Munroe-Meyer Institute

A look back at the NU Board of Regents meeting at UNMC

Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD, offered his congratulations and thanks to all who helped showcase UNMC.

Oct 26, 2023

Distinguished Scientist: Jennifer Blackford, PhD

Dr. Blackford is the Hattie B. Munroe Professor and Director of Research for the Munroe-Meyer Institute.

Oct 26, 2023

Jennifer Blackford, PhD

Trick-or-treat event draws more than 750 visitors

More than 750 guests attended the sixth annual trick-or-treat event, weaving through more than 30 trick-or-treat stations — manned by more than 100 volunteers — on the institute’s first floor.

Oct 25, 2023

Members of MMI's Physical Therapy Department stand at their booth during the trick-or-treat event. More than 750 guests visited more than 30 stations at the sixth annual event.

Board of Counselors learn about programming, patient care during tour of MMI

Members of the UNMC Chancellor’s Board of Counselors visited the Munroe-Meyer Institute for tours of the facility.

Oct 23, 2023

Members of the UNMC Chancellor's Board of Counselors head upstairs to tour the Munroe-Meyer Institute during a recent visit.

Susan Riley named director of MMI Physical Therapy Department

In January, Susan Riley, DPT, will start as director of MMI’s Physical Therapy Department.

Oct 23, 2023

Susan Riley, DPT

UNMC for the record, Oct. 20, 2023

Items on a presentation by Benson Edagwa, PhD, along with food vendors on campus and UNMC retirements.

Oct 20, 2023

Benson Edagwa, PhD

Families invited to trick-or-treat at MMI

MMI’s sixth annual trick-or-treat event — slated for Sunday, Oct. 22 — is open to individuals with disabilities and their families.

Oct 10, 2023

MMI will host its annual trick-or-treat event on Oct. 22.

Young adults find opportunity for career exploration at MMI

This fall, MMI will expand its offerings for on-the-job training with the opening of the Practical Assessment Exploration System Lab.

Oct 10, 2023

Rachel Ray, assistant professor

Down syndrome clinic sets children, families up for success

The Down Syndrome Genetics Follow-up Clinic at the Munroe-Meyer Institute offers education, recommendations for health care and avenues of connection to community and MMI resources.

Oct 9, 2023

Beth Conover, genetic counselor and pediatric nurse practitioner

Director’s message: Tips for building independence

Independence can often nurture a variety of skills to promote daily living skills or tasks that will prepare children for the transition to adulthood.

Sep 28, 2023

Chelli Westengaard, director of the MMI Department of Occupational Therapy, and Samantha Montemarano, occupational therapist